Jul 09 2026
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Lentil Stew Recipe

Inspired by The Green Chicpea
Time1h
Serves4

Hearty lentil stew with vegetables.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Vegetables

Spices and Seasoning

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Rinse the Lentils

    Place the lentils in a colander and rinse under cold water, then set aside.

  2. 2

    Chop the Vegetables

    Peel and chop the carrots, celery, onion, garlic, and potato into small, even pieces. Set aside.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

  2. 4

    Add Lentils and Broth

    Add the rinsed lentils and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well.

  3. 5

    Season the Stew

    Add the bay leaves, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

  4. 6

    Simmer the Stew

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 30 minutes.

  5. 7

    Add Potatoes and Spinach

    After 30 minutes, add the chopped potato and spinach to the stew. Stir to combine.

  6. 8

    Final Seasoning

    Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes until the potatoes are tender.

  7. 9

    Serve

    Remove the bay leaves before serving. Ladle the stew into bowls and enjoy!

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